Vaginismus and Sexual Pain
It’s frustrating to still feel so anxious about sex.
It’s stressful to even think about it. You’ve tried everything. Thought it through sooo many times.
Maybe you’ve considered or have gone to the doctor or to physical therapy…
But it’s still an issue.
It’s painful, stressful, or it just feels impossible.
Will it ever feel good?
It seems that friends and the rest of the world talk about sex as though it’s so special and great and fun and easy…
OMG, it’s hard to even IMAGINE feeling that way about it.
It’s actually hard even to think about it because it brings up so many emotions…
You may be feeling defeated… as though there’s something wrong with you.
You may feel as though no one understands.
I understand… and can help.
I understand and actually specialize in these exact issues.
Although your symptoms may manifest physically, we work together on the emotional, societal, and mental parts of the issue.
You may be experiencing sexual pain or difficulty due to the following:
- Vaginismus: When the pelvic floor muscles squeeze or spasm, so that a vagina either cannot accept penetration or has extreme difficulty during penetration.
- Dyspareunia: Painful sex, which hurts on the external parts of your genitals (the vulva) or all the way as deep as the cervix (the part deep inside right before the uterus)
- Burning sensation: In the vulva, vagina, or in any other part of the body during sexual activity
- Tensing of muscles: In the vagina, pelvic floor, or other parts of the body during sexual activity
- Interstitial Cystitis: Or bladder pain syndrome that causes extreme pain in the bladder or urethra
- Fybroids: Uterine pain due to noncancerous growths
- PCOS: a hormonal condition that can be painful or disruptive
- Endometriosis: a painful condition in which the tissues that line the uterus grow outside of the uterus
- Pelvic Floor Tightness: the muscles that line the “floor” of the pelvic are extra tight
Or maybe it just hurts for some reason… and you can’t figure out why!
Whatever it is, we’ll figure it out.
I’ll help you figure out what’s happening…
And how to experience pleasure again… or for the first time.
Our work together could make all the difference in your life.
Let’s give you some techniques for navigating both the stress and the sexual experiences themselves.
What it’s like…
If you’re single, that’s great! If you’re partnered, that’s great, too! We can decide together whether or not to bring your partner(s) with you.
In the sessions themselves, we will be talking. We might even laugh sometimes because it really makes it easier to discuss these topics.
Don’t worry, there’s no touching during your appointments. Except, of course, if you’d like a hug, I’m happy to give you a hug at the beginning and/or end of the sessions if we’re meeting in person (see FAQ for more info.)
Any touching is done at home by you (and/or your partner), when YOU decide to do it. I’ll give you exercises to experiment with at home—even if it’s as simple experimenting with a new way to think about something.
You can have peace and pleasure back in your life.
In my gentle and “non-judgey” presence, you’ll feel understood. I cater my approach specifically to you, and we’ll work at a comfortable, yet encouraged pace.
We’ll discuss ways to navigate your specific sexual issue so that you can find pleasure.
Imagine actually feeling excited about sex, looking forward to experiencing peace and pleasure. I’d love to help you get there.
If what you’ve read resonates with you, feel free to give me a call or fill out my contact form to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation: (205) 523-4866
I answer my own phone. Even if you’re not sure if I’m the right person to work with, you’re still welcome to call, and we’ll figure it out.